Science & Technology Action Committee

Research funding from @NIH generated $94B in economic activity in 2025, a $2.57 return for every $1 invested, supporting nearly 391,000 jobs nationwide. Biomedical research fuels innovation and local economies. Read more from @Forbes ⬇️ forbes.com/sites/michaelt…

The next leap in scientific discovery won’t just come from AI, it will come from people. @DOE says the goal is to double the productivity of science R&D spending, alongside new university partnerships focused on hands-on training for the future workforce.

.@NASA is strengthening the Artemis program as America prepares to return astronauts to the Moon. This initiative underscores how sustained investment in S&T supports innovation, strengthens the research ecosystem, and helps maintain U.S. leadership. 🚀 nasa.gov/directorates/e…

The BIOTech Caucus announced its first-ever legislative endorsements, backing the National Biotechnology Initiative Act and the Biomanufacturing Excellence Act. Momentum is building to strengthen U.S. biotech leadership. More from @RepHoulahan & @RepBice🔗houlahan.house.gov/news/documents…

America’s competitiveness in the global technology race is back on the congressional agenda. Last week, a bipartisan group of Senators reintroduced the Future of AI Innovation Act to expand @NIST’s AI standards work and strengthen R&D coordination. @axios⬇️axios.com/2026/02/26/sen…

STEM jobs are growing faster than non-STEM jobs in the U.S. Today, 36 million Americans—1 in 4 workers—are in STEM roles. Sustaining this momentum requires stronger education pathways and retention across the talent pipeline. New analysis from @NSF_NSB ⬇️ ncses.nsf.gov/pubs/nsb20261/…

China’s 1999 higher ed expansion boosted U.S. STEM growth. International student flows are tightly tied to American innovation and economic competitiveness. In order to maintain its innovation edge, the U.S. needs a plan. More from @StanfordSCCEI👇 sccei.fsi.stanford.edu/china-briefs/h…

Europe, the UK, and China are actively recruiting U.S.-based scientists amid research funding cuts. For America, this is a competitiveness warning: sustained funding uncertainty risks driving top talent and future innovation abroad. More in @semafor semafor.com/article/02/12/…

Federal investment in science drives economic growth. A new @AAUniversities report outlines how every $1 invested in R&D returns $5 in long-term economic growth. Learn more💡 aau.edu/sites/default/…

Thank you @jerrymoran @chrisvanhollen @rephalrogers @repgracemeng for laying the groundwork for final passage of the FY26 CJS bill. Cuts to @NASA and @NSF were limited, and we look forward to working with you on more robust research investments that safeguard U.S. leadership.

📣 NEW: National survey findings released by @ResearchAmerica today show that nearly 7 in 10 Americans say Congress should invest more in science and technology Additional highlights: 📊 Nearly 9 in 10 Americans across the political spectrum say it's important for candidates to champion faster medical progress. 🩺 7 in 10 say they would be more likely to support a candidate who favors increased investment in medical and health research. 🔬 92% of Americans support basic scientific research. ‼️ The message is clear in this midterm election year: U.S. science and research has popular support. Access a snapshot of the newest survey findings here: researchamerica.org/wp-content/upl… Or explore the full 2026 survey on our website: researchamerica.org/sd_survey/2026… #PublicOpinion #Polls #Data #PollingData #Survey #HealthResearch #Science #Technology #MedicalInnovation

The federal government lost 10K+ STEM Ph.D.s in one year – a blow to innovation, public health, national security, and economic growth. Strong federal funding keeps this expertise in public service. More in @ScienceMagazine⤵️ science.org/content/articl…

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Thank you to @senatorcollins @pattymurray @tomcoleok04 @rosadelauro for negotiating a bipartisan FY26 agreement that protects core science funding and delivers full-year certainty for agencies that underpin America’s economy.

STAC Statement Thanking President Donald Trump for Signing the Senate Amendment to H.R. 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act

China threatens U.S.' drug-making crown amid Trump admin's research overhaul trib.al/M4lJJZ6

AI competition isn’t just about who has the best models—it’s about foundations: compute, energy, talent, and sustained investment in research and innovation capacity. The U.S. leads on many measures, but the picture is mixed. More from @TIME ➡️time.com/7358519/ai-chi…

@NASA selected 3 new Moon science investigations under its CLPS initiative, leveraging U.S. innovation to advance Artemis. From 3D terrain mapping to subsurface drilling, this is what progress looks like when government and industry move forward together nasa.gov/news-release/n…

“We are in a fierce international competition for continued leadership in quantum technologies. With countries like China making significant investments in quantum research and development, the U.S. cannot afford to take its foot off the gas.”   - Dr. James Kushmerick (@NIST)

Yesterday’s @HouseScience & @sciencedems hearing sent a clear message: maintaining U.S. leadership in quantum will take sustained federal commitment and a strong bridge from research to real-world impact. More here 🔗 science.house.gov/2026/1/full-co…